It is more than hard sometimes many days I wonder how I will even get thru the day . As time goeson it seems to be getting harder on me I feel alone and lost trying to make sure he is taken care of and that I make sure he knows I love him but none of it seems to matter to him . I try to be nice and he just smarts off comment that downgrade me and make me feel stupid for sticking around all these years.

It is more than hard sometimes many days I wonder how I will even get thru the day . As time goeson it seems to be getting harder on me I feel alone and lost trying to make sure he is taken care of and that I make sure he knows I love him but none of it seems to matter to him . I try to be nice and he just smarts off comment that downgrade me and make me feel stupid for sticking around all these years.

That is the bipolar talking Try talking to him when he is calm and more likely to listen to you and what it is that he says that hurts you so Ask him if he is willing to put a plan of action into affect when he gets like that For instance, one of you leaves the room and te other one doesn't Listening to music thru headphones is a great way of changing the mood for both of you Going for a short walk , go buy some milk, just go outside or in the garage, calling a friend or relative ( and not talking about what is going on ) so you can clear your head. I hope this is helpful to you

That is the bipolar talking Try talking to him when he is calm and more likely to listen to you and what it is that he says that hurts you so Ask him if he is willing to put a plan of action into affect when he gets like that For instance, one of you leaves the room and te other one doesn't Listening to music thru headphones is a great way of changing the mood for both of you Going for a short walk , go buy some milk, just go outside or in the garage, calling a friend or relative ( and not talking about what is going on ) so you can clear your head. I hope this is helpful to you

i have been living with bipolar disorder along time, also.Â i've been through over ten yrs of counseling, just talking about everything.Â at 1st, i didnt think it was helping, at all, but, now, wow wat a change looking back.Â i used 2 throw sharp knives and cast iron frying pans.

hard 2 believe that i did that, but, i did.Â my disorder flares up occasionally at work.Â i tried explaining 2 my boss, told him he really could not do anything 2 me over the matter.Â he insisted he could. i said, "try" and walked outta his office.Â that same day i was working and received a call from the manager on duty and then, the general manager.Â they made my disorder worse 4 the rest of the day.Â the following day, i walked into the office, dropped my resignation on his desk and walked away.Â i was called into the office about ten minutes later.Â he didn't no wat 2 say...he apoligizedÂ @ thatÂ time.Â told me i would get my 25 hrs (i only got it that week).Â my job is housekeeping, i am now working 3rd shift (i was only suppose 2b training some1 4 1wk) it turned into 6 wks, so far.

time 2 give my resignation again i do think and this time not take it back.

i have been living with bipolar disorder along time, also.Â i've been through over ten yrs of counseling, just talking about everything.Â at 1st, i didnt think it was helping, at all, but, now, wow wat a change looking back.Â i used 2 throw sharp knives and cast iron frying pans.

hard 2 believe that i did that, but, i did.Â my disorder flares up occasionally at work.Â i tried explaining 2 my boss, told him he really could not do anything 2 me over the matter.Â he insisted he could. i said, "try" and walked outta his office.Â that same day i was working and received a call from the manager on duty and then, the general manager.Â they made my disorder worse 4 the rest of the day.Â the following day, i walked into the office, dropped my resignation on his desk and walked away.Â i was called into the office about ten minutes later.Â he didn't no wat 2 say...he apoligizedÂ @ thatÂ time.Â told me i would get my 25 hrs (i only got it that week).Â my job is housekeeping, i am now working 3rd shift (i was only suppose 2b training some1 4 1wk) it turned into 6 wks, so far.

time 2 give my resignation again i do think and this time not take it back.

I find it a little presumptuous to assume that vitamin deficiancy is the sorce of problems. I was diagnosed with BiPolar Disorder about 5 years ago and have met many people who share my struggles and one thing I know is that every person with BiPolar has a different story and deals with different struggles. As much as I wish an increase in vitamins would be a solve-all solution, it simply is not. There are many different ways to manage this disorder, and a management plan comes on an individual basis with time and knowledge of ones self that in my experience is rarely accomidated by the majority of the medical profession. Yes, there are doctors out there who have a rich understanding of this disease; however, there are so many more out there who want to whip out the prescription pad before they even know a person and their needs. I am majoring in Psychology largely due to the fact that I think there needs to be more professionals out there that don't see patients as textbook definitions with cookie cutter treatment plans. The way our country views psychology is becoming a real travesty.

I find it a little presumptuous to assume that vitamin deficiancy is the sorce of problems. I was diagnosed with BiPolar Disorder about 5 years ago and have met many people who share my struggles and one thing I know is that every person with BiPolar has a different story and deals with different struggles. As much as I wish an increase in vitamins would be a solve-all solution, it simply is not. There are many different ways to manage this disorder, and a management plan comes on an individual basis with time and knowledge of ones self that in my experience is rarely accomidated by the majority of the medical profession. Yes, there are doctors out there who have a rich understanding of this disease; however, there are so many more out there who want to whip out the prescription pad before they even know a person and their needs. I am majoring in Psychology largely due to the fact that I think there needs to be more professionals out there that don't see patients as textbook definitions with cookie cutter treatment plans. The way our country views psychology is becoming a real travesty.

I was just diagnosed with Bi-Polar after having my son 2.5 years ago. They first called it post pardum, but my symptoms did not show up until about 6 months after I had my son. I had a really hard time dealing with change and I was totally overwhelmed. I finally sought help through a friend to go see a psychologist. He told me that I had anxiety issues and it could be postpardum, but as I went on seeing him, he changed it to bi-polar. My husband doesnt understand what I am feeling and when I have really low days, he doesnt get it. He used to get really upset with me before I seeked out help. I am pretty sure that I had disorder that comes with heavy periods and mood swings. I am blanking on the name. But it got so bad that I went on Seasonique so that I would only get my period 4 times a year because my period was so heavy and my mood was out of control. I would yell, scream, cry, and be happy all in like a 5 min time period. It was probably the beginning of my bi-polar. How do you handle the mood swings? Do you have an understanding significant other? My husband does not understand that if I dont take my medicine, my mood is out of control. Partly I think because if I run out or something I try so hard to hide it. I would love to keep talking to you and going on this journey with someone who understands. Thanks for listening.Megan

I was just diagnosed with Bi-Polar after having my son 2.5 years ago. They first called it post pardum, but my symptoms did not show up until about 6 months after I had my son. I had a really hard time dealing with change and I was totally overwhelmed. I finally sought help through a friend to go see a psychologist. He told me that I had anxiety issues and it could be postpardum, but as I went on seeing him, he changed it to bi-polar. My husband doesnt understand what I am feeling and when I have really low days, he doesnt get it. He used to get really upset with me before I seeked out help. I am pretty sure that I had disorder that comes with heavy periods and mood swings. I am blanking on the name. But it got so bad that I went on Seasonique so that I would only get my period 4 times a year because my period was so heavy and my mood was out of control. I would yell, scream, cry, and be happy all in like a 5 min time period. It was probably the beginning of my bi-polar. How do you handle the mood swings? Do you have an understanding significant other? My husband does not understand that if I dont take my medicine, my mood is out of control. Partly I think because if I run out or something I try so hard to hide it. I would love to keep talking to you and going on this journey with someone who understands. Thanks for listening.Megan

I was also diagnosed with BP about 5 years ago. Â As you said, everyone is different, but everyone needs a PLAN.Â It took most of those 5 years before anyone mentioned to me how important exercise is in managing BP. Â And if I hadn't been in a spiritual community devoted to awareness and consciousness, I never would have learned how important it is to monitor my thoughts, especially during both manic and depressive episodes.

The easy fix (ha!) is always medication, but for me, the meds only made me worse. Â I had lived with BP my whole life, undiagnosed, never hospitalized, never acting on suicidal thoughts. Â When I started on anti-depressants, I developed rapid cycling, much more severe depressions which led to my first hospitalization and later, suicide attempts.

I share this cautiously. Â Medications are a miracle for many people, and going off them once you're established is *dangerous*. Â I was very lucky to have a psychiatrist who was willing to help me go off my meds. Â I just finished that process in December, 2010.

I continue to see my therapist. Â I exercise every day. Â I eat a brain-healthy diet--mostly--as outlined by Dr. Daniel Amen in his books about brain health (very helpful). Â I journal every day and monitor my thoughts. Â I have a list of positive, healthy distractions for when the bad times come (I do a lot of crafts, have 2 cats, go to my favorite coffee shop, watch Star Trek, etc.)

Five years ago, I lost my husband, my home, my job. Â My family moved me back to my home town. Â I'm lucky to have a supportive family and my best friend in the same town, but it took a long time to educate them about BP.

They went with me to my therapist and asked questions. Â I also talked to them frankly about how I felt, what I was capable of doing on a particular day, and when I needed their help--whether it was to help me think through a problem because my brain just wouldn't work that day, or to help me pay to get my car fixed (since I live on Disability now).

There are days when I'm so ashamed of being bipolar, and days when I think I'm about the most courageous person I know. Â All that fades. Â What sticks is that I know I need to do all the things on MY list to manage every day.

I hope we all can keep talking.

Oh, Hooray! Â Finally! Â A kindred spirit!

I was also diagnosed with BP about 5 years ago. Â As you said, everyone is different, but everyone needs a PLAN.Â It took most of those 5 years before anyone mentioned to me how important exercise is in managing BP. Â And if I hadn't been in a spiritual community devoted to awareness and consciousness, I never would have learned how important it is to monitor my thoughts, especially during both manic and depressive episodes.

The easy fix (ha!) is always medication, but for me, the meds only made me worse. Â I had lived with BP my whole life, undiagnosed, never hospitalized, never acting on suicidal thoughts. Â When I started on anti-depressants, I developed rapid cycling, much more severe depressions which led to my first hospitalization and later, suicide attempts.

I share this cautiously. Â Medications are a miracle for many people, and going off them once you're established is *dangerous*. Â I was very lucky to have a psychiatrist who was willing to help me go off my meds. Â I just finished that process in December, 2010.

I continue to see my therapist. Â I exercise every day. Â I eat a brain-healthy diet--mostly--as outlined by Dr. Daniel Amen in his books about brain health (very helpful). Â I journal every day and monitor my thoughts. Â I have a list of positive, healthy distractions for when the bad times come (I do a lot of crafts, have 2 cats, go to my favorite coffee shop, watch Star Trek, etc.)

Five years ago, I lost my husband, my home, my job. Â My family moved me back to my home town. Â I'm lucky to have a supportive family and my best friend in the same town, but it took a long time to educate them about BP.

They went with me to my therapist and asked questions. Â I also talked to them frankly about how I felt, what I was capable of doing on a particular day, and when I needed their help--whether it was to help me think through a problem because my brain just wouldn't work that day, or to help me pay to get my car fixed (since I live on Disability now).

There are days when I'm so ashamed of being bipolar, and days when I think I'm about the most courageous person I know. Â All that fades. Â What sticks is that I know I need to do all the things on MY list to manage every day.

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